Princess PI 1010A - Manual (Page 12)

DATE PRINTED: 2/8/05 Revision Date: 02/01/05 PI-1010A Page 12
Safety
CHILDREN
Do not allow children to play near the stove or with the controls. Severe burns may be inflicted by touching the
door or door glass, the front, sides or top of the stove. Train children to stay away from the stove and never
leave children unattended in the room when the stove is in operation.
CHIMNEYS
See "Definitions,” page 8. The use of makeshift chimney installation is not allowed'.
Before connecting any wood-burning unit to an existing chimney, inspect the chimney to be sure it is in good
condition. There must be no cracks or holes. Often it is impossible to see these from the outside. A certified
chimney sweep should inspect your chimney and give you an accurate assessment of its condition. The cross-
sectional area must not be less than that of the flue collar unless approved by your local inspector. Relining or
rebuilding may be necessary to make a Masonry Chimney safe. A code-approved chimney with a flue liner is
most important for safe, satisfactory operation of any wood heating system. Inspect the Chimney at least twice
each month during the heating season. Any leak must be repaired. A chimney fire or deterioration can enlarge
the hole. This will admit more air and cause exhaust gases to condense and form creosote. Patches of creosote
in your chimney indicate that such leaks are present.
CAUTION: Never look directly up a chimney. The use of a mirror, flashlight and goggles is rec-
ommended to prevent eye injury due to falling debris.
If a significant amount of creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
(Refer to Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal, below.)
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
For a safe installation, proper clearances to combustible materials must be observed; see page 2 & 16 . Failure
to follow these guidelines voids the certification and warranty, is illegal, and can result in a fire causing property
damage, injury, or death. Combustible materials include items such as plasterboard or wood-paneled walls, fur-
niture, wooden mantels, bookshelves, carpets and drapes. Firewood should not be stored within the specified
clearances. AVOID FIRE. Maintain the designated clearance distance to combustibles.
CREOSOTE -- FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL
When in good condition and operated properly, your Blaze King catalyst-equipped stove is a clean-burning
stove. So if significant creosote buildup occurs, re-examine your fire-building and burning procedures. Reread
pages 22
through 28 of this owner's manual. Most instances of creosote buildup in the chimneys of catalytic
woodstoves are due to operator error or using unseasoned wood. If you still have questions, consult your dealer
or contact the Customer Service department at Blaze King.
INSPECTION:
Inspect your chimney and chimney connector at least twice each month during the heating season. Patches of
creosote in your chimney or chimney connector indicate a possible air leak. Any leak must be repaired. A chim-
ney fire or deterioration can enlarge the leak. This will admit more air and cause exhaust gases to condense and
form additional creosote. If a significant amount of creosote has accumulated, it must be removed to reduce the
risk of a chimney fire.
CLEANING:
NEVER intentionally start a chimney fire to clean the flue. DO NOT clean the chimney while it is still connected
to the stove Remove the bottom section of pipe and attach a bag to the chimney to catch any creosote removed.
Hire a chimney sweep or clean the chimney yourself with a tight-fitting chimney brush. Makeshift equipment-
hoses, tire chains, etc.. can damage the flue and will probably do an unsatisfactory cleaning job. After cleaning
the chimney, clean inside the top of the stove. Scrape, if needed, and vacuum all creosote and fly ash from
around the bypass door.